Jake Paul is keeping his dream of becoming a world champion alive. While he continues to pursue a title fight, Terence Crawford has summed up his chances in just two bold words.
The boxing world has seen a major shakeup with Jake Paul’s arrival on the scene. The influencer-turned-boxer has undeniably brought attention to the sport, reigniting mainstream interest through his controversial personality and headline-grabbing approach.
Since his debut, Paul has worked to build a serious career in boxing. Now, he’s targeting a world title at cruiserweight—a goal that has sparked debate within the boxing community about the current state of the sport.
Terence Crawford weighs in on Jake Paul’s title hopes
Jake Paul’s rise in the boxing world has been gradual. What began as a content creation experiment has evolved into a genuine professional pursuit.
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Over the years, he’s faced several opponents, but his most recent fight marked a turning point. Paul defeated former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., a result that elevated his credibility in the sport.
After the victory, Paul boldly declared himself ready for a world title shot. While many fans remain skeptical, others believe he might soon be capable of contending for one—including Terence Crawford.
Surprisingly, the undefeated super welterweight champion sees potential in Paul’s future. Crawford believes that, given Jake’s dedication and passion for the sport, a title opportunity could realistically come his way.
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“It’s possible,” Crawford said during an interview with Ariel Helwani in 2024. “Listen man a lot of people write Jake off but Jake can punch with that right hand, he’s got a nice right hand.
“I’ve gained a lot of respect for Jake Paul because he’s not a YouTuber that’s just boxing just to box he actually trains and actually wants to get better and actually has got better and is really putting his time, focus and energy into boxing so you got to respect that.”
